This is a compact and tidy apartment, with everything you need as a couple. The kitchen area is well equipped - we ate in for three of the seven nights we spent here. The roof terrace area is just wonderful, spectacular views over the Ria Formosa and plenty of room for having breakfast, evening drinks or just soaking up the rays! The location is ideal, on the Tavira side of Santa Luzia, which is a lovely quiet fishing village, but one with a number of good restaurants (we recommend Vincents!) Michelle was an excellent host - easy to communicate with and very helpful. There is a slight issue with the electricity tripping, but we found that as long as we were careful not use too many other appliances when the oven was in use, we didn't have a problem. Thanks Michelle.

Overall it was nice and Michelle came to the bus station to pick us up which was appreciated. We had an issue with the outside key trying to get back in after we went to the grocery store. I tried everything to no avail, neighbours were helpful and after an hour or so the owners friend came by. I had tried to reach the owner but was not successful. The friend called the owner and reached her right away. Turns out the key needed to be “jiggled” a little. After taking to the owner she expressed she should have told us that. We had no other key issues afterwards. Just be aware of that and ask about it. Also be mindful with having too much plugged in or the breaker will trip. The owner did explain this to me but l still tripped the breaker, l had the mini split on for heat and had turned on a small heater in the bathroom because it was cold. Other than these issues, it’s a very nice apartment and has a lovely place up on the rooftop to lounge and has a lovely lovely view up there. Lastly it’s like 4 euros to take an Uber onto Travira and Travira is amazinggggg. This was a good probe for this apparent no doubt.

Thanks to Michelle - she was very attentive and helpful and went beyond the call of duty. Very comfortable and scenic terrace.

The owners were exceptional. When I arrived, they met me at the train station and took me to a grocery store to buy some provisions before taking me to the rental. When I was unable to arrange a taxi to take me back to the train station, they picked me up at a very early hour and took me back to the train station so I could depart on time. Well above and beyond the call of duty!

The whole process of renting this apartment was went very smoothly. Excellent communication with the owner. The apartment we very clean and comfortable and my only complaint was with the owner of the noisy dog on the ground floor. Santa Luzia is a very good base for a holiday in this area. Charming little town with brilliant restaurants.

We stayed here for a month in June/July. The apartment is situated at the end of Santa Luzia on the way out to Tavira, the nearest larger town, on a quiet street. There are 4 restaurants on the immediate block and loads more less than 5 mins walk away on the waterfront and backstreets of Santa Luzia. The waterfront is picture postcard perfection. The apartment itself is on the second floor and has one bedroom with a large comfortable double bed and loads of storage space. A well equipped bathroom with a shower over the bath. A living room with a 32 inch LCD TV and satellite TV, a superbly efficient air conditioning unit, a sofa bed and a dining table for 4 people. The kitchen is superbly equipped with everything you could need pot, pans, crockery and utensil wise. There is an induction hob and electric fan oven, a large fridge with a smaller freezer on top and a washing machine. There is also a coffee machine, electric juicer, stick blender, kettle and a toaster. We needed for nothing during our month here. There is a wonderful roof terrace accessed by one flight of steps right outside our flat with 2 sun loungers with padded seating, a table with 4 chairs, a sink and a BBQ. The view from up there of the ferry to the beach and the fishing trawlers going out each evening with a backdrop of the Ria Formosa and the Atlantic was simply magical. It was so peaceful up there. There is plentiful free parking on the street outside. There are small supermarkets in Santa Luzia but also an many in nearby Tavira. The nearest is Lidl 5 minutes away by car. Our host Michelle is super easy to deal with by phone, email or WhatsApp and will assist you, in the unlikely event you have any problems, with anything you may need or have issues with quickly. In fact we had issues with the wifi broadband and it transpired we had used up the monthly allowance of data in our first week here streaming tennis. We were unaware of there being a cap. Michelle looked into the issue of buying more data, which we said we would of course pay for, and ended up upgrading us to faster and unlimited wifi within 48 hours. Amazing service above and beyond our expectation for which we were and are still exceptionally grateful. This part of the Algarve coast is utterly beautiful and unspoilt. We have already booked to return not only to this area next year but also to Michelle's apartment as it has everything we need from a vacation home. Thank you Michelle and Willem

Perfect size apartment with a nice terrace on the top floor. Close proximity to Tavira and Plaia de Barril.

We were welcomed by Michelle’s husband who showed us everything we needed to know about in the well equipped apartment. The apartment is compact but fine for 2 people and the roof terrace has chairs, table and loungers with cushions and an umbrella is kept in the apartment. It is in a perfect position a short walk to the promenade with views across the river to the sea. There are numerous restaurants and cafe bars. It is only 5 minutes drive to Tavira which is a lovely historic town. We intend to visit again.

We spent 2 months at the condo and had a lovely time. The property is exactly as pictured. Dealing with Michelle was very easy especially considering Covid we had to delay a year, she was very understanding. We would book the condo again when we return to Santa Luzia.

The apartment was as pictured and described, with a lovely peaceful roof balcony and a good kitchen. Communication with Michelle was excellent and the location is ideal; no need for a car as restaurants and a supermercado are nearby. A great base for exploring Tavira and the surrounding area.

We had a very nice stay at this apartment with a lovely terrace with a beautiful view of Santa Luzia. Our interactions with Michelle, the owner, were great. The only negative issue is that there is a restaurant nearby with tables outside and people were quite noisy until late.

We stayed for three week and liked it very much. We used the grill almost every evening. Michelle and Willem are very nice and helpful

Stayed for a week September 2019 at this lovely apartment. Spent most of our evenings enjoying the view from the terrace with a glass of Portuguese wine. Would definitely stay at this apartment again.

Great contact with Michelle and Wilhem . Our only disappointment was that in website it states there was a hot tub on roof terrace but that was not the case . The apartment is great and everything and more that you need . Our first visit to Portugal and won’t be our last .

Great contact with Michelle and Wilhem . Our only disappointment was that in website it states there was a hot tub on roof terrace but that was not the case . The apartment is great and everything and more that you need . Our first visit to Portugal and won’t be our last .

Lovely clean and well organised apartment. Owner had thought of everything one could possibly need, this was outstanding. St Luzia remains a lovely atmospheric place to stay. Would recommend apartment. Thank you.

The apartment was well equipped with the basics, superb value for money. Mechelle and willum were very helpful we shall return

The apartment is in a nice situation but is in need of up-date. A background heating system would make a difference as we experience the place to be extremely cold. I 'm sorry to say I feel it was dirty, it was not up to a standard I would expect. The appliances all need replacing.

Michelle was very friendly and welcoming, contactable before and throughout our stay and willing to help and answer our questions, for example translating a message left on our car that they were going to resurface the road! She even suggested an alternative parking space! The apartment was comfortable and had all the facilities that we needed, the only slight drawback was that there was no direct access to the roof terrace. However this small inconvenience was more than compensated for by the view, refrigerator, sink, barbeque and comfortable sun beds. The apartment is within easy walking distance of the harbour, restaurants and a couple of small supermarkets, the larger supermarkets are 10 minutes away by car in Tavira. Barril Beach on Ihla de Tavira, accessed by ferry or by a pedestrian bridge at Pedras de El-Rei and then a mini train ride and Manta Rota Beach, further away towards the Spanish Border, are highly recommended as they are mainly unspoilt and large so that there is plenty of room for everyone Thank you for providing the place for the rest and relaxation we needed

Great location, competitive pricing, new sun beds on lovely south facing terrace, more than adequate facilities/amenities however lack of air conditioning in bedroom means 4 star rather than 5

Casa bem situada, com todas as condições para passar umas férias junto à praia. Dona da casa muito simpática.

The apartment is lovely and very well equipped for a self catering holiday, although there are plenty of bars and restaurants close by if you don't want to cook. Sunny roof terrace with stunning views of the Ria Formosa. Michelle and William are a lovely couple, really helpful, with good correspondence from the start of our booking. We would definitely recommend this apartment and Santa Luzia.

We had the absolute pleasure to stay in Michelle's great apartment in Santa Luzia for a month when we visited the Algarve in March & April, it felt so much like a home from home from the moment we walked through the door, we settled straight away. It is a lovely spacious one bed apartment on the top floor of a building on one of the first streets you turn into arriving in Santa Luzia from Tavira. There is stairs to climb to the second floor but its good excercise and the common areas are immaculate. This building has the great benefit of being very close to the sea front so an early morning walk is wonderful, past the fishing nets and along the seafront. There is a wonderful independent roof terrace, accessed one further flight up from Michelles apartment where you can breakfast or lounge or have a wonderful bbq in the early evening, great views. The apartment is immaculate. quiet and well equipped with everything you would need for a stay, you could live here on a permanent basis in fact, as it has everything. The WiFi works really well and Michelle is on the end of a phone or email if you need to ask any questions. We get great recommendations for places to go and things to do in the area. Michelle is an incredibly friendly person, her communications are great, she speaks several languages and has lived in the Algarve fro 23 yeas so knows all about the local area, it was a great pleasure to meet with her. Highly recommended space to rent for a great getaway. Thanks again Michellle, we'll be back.

The owners Michelle and William were very welcoming. The apartment is in a quiet location but only a short stroll from the harbour and restaurants . Views from the roof terrace are wonderful Santa Luzia is a lovely relaxed fishing village with great fish restaurants. The nearby town of Tavira is easily accessible by public transport We had an lovely week helped by constant sunshine Thank you Michelle and William for such an enjoyable holiday We will certain return to Santa Luzia Liz and George

The apartment is ideally situated towards the end of the village and provides you with everything you could need on holiday. The star of the show is the rooftop terrace where you can relax and get the sun all day whilst watching the small boats sail in and out. It's only a short walk along the waterfront to the ferry which will take you to the amazing beach and back for 2 euros. The owners couldn't have been more helpful during our stay without being intrusive. William picked us up from the airport and took us back for a very reasonable charge. If we return to Santa Luzia we would definitely book here again.

There is everything you could hope for to make life here as exciting or as relaxing as you'd wish. We also provide the same services. https://goo.gl/GdBsbz

The apartment was really nice, clean and tidy. Everything you need for a great holiday. The roof terrace is an added bonus where you can catch the late rays of sun and enjoy sitting there having a drink. Thank you, Michelle and Willem, for letting us stay in your lovely apartment.

Apartment clean.We found Michelle helpful and readily accessible for advice. Is a well equipped apartment with a lovely roof terrace making the most of the views. Our only negatives were that in winter not enough natural light .Apartment is north facing. Our personal presence in the bathroom would have been a shower screen rather than a curtain.Overall we had a lovely stay.

Although it was raining during a lot of days, we had a good time in Santa Luzia. It is a nice, a bit sleeping village, with beautifull boulevard and nature around. Michele welcomed us at arrival and showed us the apartment and roof terrace. Before, we did not realise that you had to climb to the roof terrace to go outside. There is no balcony on living level. And walking up with luggage to second level was hard for people of our age. We should not recommand this apartment to elder people, for that reason. But on the whole: it was a good apartment and everything you need and even more, is in the apartment.

2 way transfers from airport by Willhem were reliable and good value. Apartment is as described and shown on the website. Apartment is in a quiet block and is very convenient for beaches, transport, restaurants and bars of Santa Luzia. Upstairs roof terrace and BBQ were used for our meals with great views over the Ria Formosa and toward Tavira. The apartment was well equipped and spotlessly clean. We would have reviewed our stay as 5*, but unfortunately the bedroom A/C unit was out of order, as was the small fridge on the roof terrace; both these points were explained to us on arrival. A large fan was available in lieu of the air conditioning unit. We will certainly consider booking this apartment again when we next return to Santa Luzia.

Williem picked us up from the airport as arranged. Our two week stay couldn't have been better. The apartment is ideal and our ideal location, we love Santa luzia and either a walk or bus ride into Tavira. We used the train a few times along with plenty of beach walking/sun bathing. Even watched footvolli for the first time as they had championship on. The apartment was clean had everything you could want. Look forward to returning x

We had our best everf holiday in Portugal in Michelle`s StLuzia apartment. It is very comfortable and well equipped. The sun roof terrace was great particularly with the barbeque.It is in a lovely quiet location, excellent cycling & walking trails.Plenty of good restaurants. The beaches were fantastic. Veronica & Mike Anderson